CVE-2026-73962

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Authentication Bypass in Oracle Access Manager

Publication date: 2026-09-15

Last updated on: 2026-09-21

Assigner: Oracle

Description

Vulnerability in the Oracle Access Manager product of Oracle Fusion Middleware (component: Authentication Engine). Supported versions that are affected are 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.2.1.0. Easily exploitable vulnerability allows low privileged attacker with network access via HTTPS to compromise Oracle Access Manager. While the vulnerability is in Oracle Access Manager, attacks may significantly impact additional products (scope change). Successful attacks of this vulnerability can result in unauthorized creation, deletion or modification access to critical data or all Oracle Access Manager accessible data as well as unauthorized access to critical data or complete access to all Oracle Access Manager accessible data. CVSS 3.1 Base Score 9.6 (Confidentiality and Integrity impacts). CVSS Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N).

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Meta Information

Published

2026-09-15

Last Modified

2026-09-21

Generated

2026-10-06

AI Q&A

2026-09-16

EPSS Evaluated

2026-10-04

NVD

CVE-2026-73962

EUVD

EUVD-2026-79316

Affected Vendors & Products

Vendor	Product	Version / Range
oracle	access_manager	12.2.1.4.0
oracle	access_manager	14.1.2.1.0

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Exploitability

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CWE ID	Description
CWE-UNKNOWN

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Executive Summary

This is a vulnerability in Oracle Access Manager, a product under Oracle Fusion Middleware. It affects versions 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.2.1.0. The issue allows a low-privileged attacker with network access via HTTPS to compromise the system. Successful exploitation can lead to unauthorized creation, deletion, or modification of critical data, as well as unauthorized access to all accessible data in Oracle Access Manager.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability affects Oracle Access Manager versions 12.2.1.4.0 and 14.1.2.1.0. Detection requires checking installed versions of Oracle Access Manager. Use commands like 'opatch lsinventory' or inspect the Oracle Access Manager installation directory for version files. No specific exploit commands are provided in the CVE details.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability can allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to critical data, modify or delete data, or access all data within Oracle Access Manager. This could lead to data breaches, loss of sensitive information, or unauthorized system changes, depending on the attacker's goals.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or modification of sensitive data, which may violate compliance requirements under GDPR, HIPAA, or other regulations. Organizations using affected versions of Oracle Access Manager may face legal penalties, reputational damage, or loss of certification if data breaches occur due to this vulnerability.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest Oracle Access Manager patches or updates as soon as possible. Review and restrict network access to Oracle Access Manager components, especially HTTPS ports. Monitor for unusual data access or modification patterns in Oracle Access Manager logs.

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